Ophthalmic Clinic Scribe

Retina Consultants of Texas; Sugar Land (TX); On-site; USD 22,730 - 32,373; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

401(k) retirement savings

Paid time off

Job summary

Retina Consultants of Texas (RCTX) is looking for an Ophthalmic Scribe for its Sugar Land Clinic. You will provide accurate documentation and assist during ocular examinations while ensuring smooth patient flow.

This role demands attention to detail, strong communication skills, and the ability to educate patients. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, a retirement plan, and opportunities for merit increases.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months experience in a medical office preferably in ophthalmology.
• Scribe certification preferred.
• Understands Medicare and insurance reporting.

Responsibilities

• Accurately summarize and document physician's examination details.
• Perform ICD-10 and CPT coding.
• Maintain patient flow in the clinic.

Skills

Strong professional interpersonal skills

Excellent verbal and written communication

Ability to educate patients

Computer literacy

Fluency in English

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Overview

Retina Consultants of Texas (RCTX) is seeking an Ophthalmic Scribe to join our innovative team with the mission of Fighting Blindness For The World To See. The position will be responsible for providing accurate documentation, summarization of the ocular examination and recommendations, ICD-10 coding and CPT in patient charts, while maintaining patient flow and communication regarding appointment status at our Sugar Land Clinic. Candidates must be able to travel to various clinics to meet the needs of the patients and providers, and support the Clinic hours of Monday through Friday between the hours of 6:30 am–6:30 pm. Clock schedules are provided weekly and are based on provider's clinic, patient and surgery schedules. Clinic staff are provided opportunity for weekend hours if available.

Benefits

• Employee Paid Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, short-term disability, voluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, pet insurance, HSA pre‑taxed contributions, 401(k) retirement savings contributions (both Roth and Traditional) starting date of hire.
• Employer Paid Benefits: Long‑term disability, $25,000 basic life insurance policy, 3% 401(k) safe harbor contribution, HSA employer contributions, annual performance merit increases, certification opportunities, rewards & recognition platform, WellHub Starter Plan, gym membership, paid time off, eight paid holidays, one floating holiday annually.
• Pay Rate: $20.00+ per hour and eligible for overtime.

Responsibilities

• Correctly summarizes and documents physician's verbalized examination details including charting of the exam, adding to the chief complaint, assessment and recommendations, and closing charts in a timely manner.
• Accurate ICD-10 and CPT coding in patient charts.
• Observes the patient and the physician and assists during the exam, providing assistance to the patient as needed, additional medications and/or instruments, following directions in a medical emergency.
• Maintains awareness of the patient’s verbal and non-verbal communication when the physician is providing instructions, repeating information, providing written instructions, and/or handing out patient education materials.
• Ensures patient understands all instructions.
• Accurately documents amendments to patient charts according to practice protocols.
• Maintains the patient flow of the clinic to include confirmation of insurance authorization prior to treatment.
• Provides support to the clinic by helping execute Ophthalmic Technician duties as needed.
• Alerts physician to patient-related forms that need completion.
• Guides patients to front desk after the completion of exam and ensures proper follow-up appointments are communicated to the front desk to be made before the patient leaves.
• Evaluates the condition of the examination room to ensure adequate supplies are in stock and patient can safely enter and exit the room.
• Notifies physician of changes to the daily schedule, especially emergencies.
• Facilitates communication between the physician and other staff members as helpful to minimize clinic flow disruptions.
• Performs other tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

• Knows required components of examination for appropriate CPT coding to ensure all elements are accurately completed.
• Understands Medicare and other common insurance requirements for quality reporting to help practice comply with payer requirements.
• Training and understanding of HIPAA requirements and importance of maintaining patient confidentiality.
• Strong, professional interpersonal skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Team-orientation.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Strong organization with attention to detail.
• Computer literacy.
• Ability to spell accurately while charting.
• Basic math skills.
• Fluency in English, bilingual preferred.
• Ability to educate patients regarding instillation of eye drops and other instructions related to physician’s treatment plan.
• Understanding of medical terminology and/or ophthalmic terminology.

Education Requirements

• High school diploma required; bachelor’s degree preferred.

Experience Requirements

• At least 6 months experience in a medical office, preferably an ophthalmology office.
• Scribe certification (certified ophthalmic assistant) preferred.

Physical Abilities

• Must be able to walk and stand for entire work shift.
• Must be able to move frequently from standing and sitting depending on exam room configuration during clinic sessions.
• Must be able to type or write legibly in a dimly-lit setting.
• Must be able to hear softly spoken words.
• Lifting required up to 30 pounds.

EEO Statement

RCTX is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, military service, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected class under applicable law.